I'm gonna give this spot a really positive review. It's unfortunate that this place isn't a really…read morebad area. Because the food here is actually really good. The ladies that work here are also very kind and if you don't speak Spanish, they will definitely assist you still and as much as possible with trying to help you order The rice, Mofongo, and the ribs were all fantastic. The empanadas always taste fresh and always make me come back for more. If you somehow end up in this area of Orlando and pass by this place, just go in and get an empanada. Expect to leave here with a full plate of food if you want food to go.

Incredible food! Great value! Friendly staff! Highly recommend! It's not fancy. They put the effort…read moreinto the food.

Absolutely fantastic and probably the best empanadas I've ever tried. I'm more partial to the…read morecheese, Empanadas because of the flavor, but my wife really liked the meat Empanadas. I didn't try anything else just the Empanadas, but I can't say enough good things about them.

100% recomendado. Empanadas y comida con sabor verdadero venezolano. El mejor venezolano en esta…read moreárea.

Went to Ray's again after taking a little detour, and they did not disappoint. The food was just as…read moregood as I remembered from my first visit, but this time I decided to try one of their breakfast sandwiches. I originally ordered sausage, egg, and cheese, but then I saw the bacon, egg, and cheese and asked whether I could switch it. The gentleman behind the counter said they could do both, then asked whether I wanted to add a hash brown too. Obviously, I said yes. He told me they would make basically anything I wanted as long as they had the ingredients, and I absolutely loved that energy. The sandwich was huge, super cheesy, messy in the best way, and packed with sausage, bacon, egg, and a crispy hash brown. It was a very generous portion and completely worth the price. This is definitely going into my breakfast-sandwich rotation. My fiancé ordered the Godfather, which was also delicious. It is definitely on the messier side, though, so if you are getting it to go or traveling any distance, I would recommend asking for the vinaigrette on the side. Ray's has strong neighborhood bodega vibes, generous portions, and the kind of menu where they are willing to customize your order instead of making things complicated. My only minor critique is that one employee could have been a little friendlier, but everyone else made the experience enjoyable. Another great visit, and we will absolutely be back.

My girlfriend described this location as the closest Orlando will get to a bodega and they couldn't…read morebe more right. We both the steak, egg and cheese on a roll and they were made fresh. The service was quick, we waited about 8-10 minutes for our order. The egg was cooked perfectly, just the way I like it. We both loved the cheese and the way it still dripped into the sandwich. The steak sorta tasted synthetic but regardless, my girlfriend and I commented that we would come again for their lunch items.

my family went to orlando for vacation and we stumbled on mecatos looking for some good food. PHEW,…read moredid we find it! we ordered chorizo arepas, the beef and hawaiian empanadas, and had some coffee and columbian hot chocolate with our meals. our service was amazing and the staff was so kind, especially sophia who took our orders and checked up on us while we ate. the place itself had a warm ambience and was clean and cozy.. if only we had this place in vegas, we definitely would be regulars!

Mecatos Bakery & Café feels like a lively neighborhood spot where the smell of fresh-baked bread…read morehits you the second you open the door. It is warm and welcoming, with display cases stacked with mouthwatering pastries and bites that make it genuinely hard to choose just one thing. Service was upbeat and patient even though the line kept moving. The staff did a nice job guiding first-timers through the menu and explaining the bakery items and drinks. I ordered: - Iced chai latte: honestly disappointing, it was not very rich or spiced and tasted a bit watered down - Empanada de carne (beef): hot, savory, and well-seasoned with a satisfying flaky crust - Hawaiian croissant (ham, white cheese, fresh pineapple): surprisingly good sweet and savory combo that worked better than expected I love how addicting and well the salsa de ajo pairs with the hot bites! The food overall was fresh and comforting, especially the baked items and savory bites. The chai just did not match the level of everything else. The vibe works for both grab-and-go and sitting down to linger. You can easily pop in for a quick bite or settle into a table and take your time with coffee and pastries. Prices are very reasonable for the portion sizes and variety. Parking was easy in the small lot when I went, though it could get tight during peak hours. Great for anyone who loves Latin bakery classics and savory comfort food. I would come back for the food, just not the chai.

Cafe de Colombia is my go-to Colombian bakery when I'm on this side of town. I stopped here to pick…read moreup a cup of Colombian coffee and a pan de bono for breakfast. I love the smell of fresh-baked pastries in the morning. The bakery is a grab-and-go style since there is no seating area, only a small stand-up counter area. There are empanadas, arepas and all types of traditional breads and sweets. Everyone is so welcoming here and very helpful. I recommend coming here if you are looking for an authentic Colombian bakery. My only recommendation is that they could streamline their ordering process so it is more organized.

First time here. Woah! This is my neighborhood and never knew this place existed! Asked, they have…read morebeen open for 20 years! Inside? Very busy. Food? So much. Bread, pastries, cakes, chorizo, empenadas and more. We picked up to take out. Delicious. My husband is Columbian, so he was like a kid in a candy store- ordering way too much. Find the big loaf of Pan de Queso. So good. Every Columbian and Venezuelan place we have visited recently? Packed. People I think want a taste of home. Here? So much fresh and delicious. Recommend, but know there is a line.

Very tasty Venezuelan Empanadas. There are quite a bit of options. I loved both the shrimp and crab…read moreand guava and cheese empanadas. The owners are super nice and friendly. Thanks to them and their tasty empanadas, and my neighborhood for hosting them. It was definitely a tasty treat!

Outstanding; I was very impressed, and this is considering I often make empanada's, but this was…read morespecial. I humbly take my hat off to the chef. I found out about Authentic Empanada this year at VegFest. They had 3 different empanadas to choose from: Sweet potato, rice and beans, and spinach with vegan cheese. I opted for the spinach and vegan cheese. After I paid they immediately began forming the dough, stuffing it, and frying it up right there before my eyes so it was a visual treat as well as a delicious one. Everyone inside the tent was super nice, and the homemade sauces (one avocado, and the other a sweet habanero) blew my socks off. Super delicious, great service, what more can you ask for?

Its a bit confusing because it seems like this place has been renamed to Papazzito Coffee Bar…read more Great customer service; this is a mostly Spanish speaking establishment but the wait staff were incredibly patient with us and welcoming. For unbeatable pricing, the food we got as incredibly well-seasoned and well portioned. I recommend any of the ethnic dishes as my group tried about half of what was on display and they all tasted great. We ate two plates there and also took food to go. The oxtail was cooked exactly as it should be where the collagen is nice and chewy, with meat falling off the bone. All the meat we tried was moist and tender. For $4 you can get hefty empanadas and we tried and loved the chicken, beef and cheese filled ones. The tamale was also delicious. The food looked like it was made with wholesome ingredients and care. The cortadito was nice and strong - incredibly efficient for a small shot as we woke up after eating all that food. They serve a variety of drink flavors like guayabano and mamey. I got a mamey smoothie and enjoyed the creamy almost melon-like but novel flavor for me. For novelty, value, and delicious cultural cuisine, this place etched a core memory in that we paid more at whole foods and got more thrill from the flavorful experience at Papazzito Coffee Bar.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in all of Orlando. We literally come here all the time. On…read morethis visit I got my customary beef empanadas and passion fruit juice. Be advised that there is sometimes a language barrier so be clear about what you want. I got my order in a timely fashion and it was delicious as usual. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good Cuban food in Orlando.

They have fresh pastries and more you can choose at the counter like empanadas and pastries. They…read morehave a breakfast all day menu and lunch and dinner options. Food is delicious and the back sitting area is beautiful, right on the lake and they have fans outside and there's lights for at night. Service is great and bathrooms are clean.

My fiancee and I stopped by Mecatos Bakery & Cafe at Lake Nona for a quick caffeine refuel. We…read moreordered a vanilla latte and americano and the flavors were surprisingly nice. Next time we will be back for the food and pastries as well. The place has a warm atmosphere and the staffs seem friendly. The pastries look delicious and freshly made. This place offers plenty of free parking and there are plenty of seating spaces inside the restaurant.

I just recently discovered Taino's bakery and I am in love! Delicious Puerto Rican sandwiches with…read moretoasty bread and double crispy French fries! So far, I have only tried the special steak sandwich but it was so good that I have ordered it twice. This location in particular is very easy to access as it is located right off of the 408 behind the Popeye's on the corner. I am also very impressed with their mobile ordering as what happens is your food gets placed into a locker and you just open it by entering the last 4 digits of your phone number for confirmation. I know I will be back again soon!

delicious doesn't even begin to describe it. Tainos is a truly authentic spanish bakery, with…read morealllll the flavors! from their incredible coffee, to the warm quesitos, to the frituras and breakfast sandwiches on pan sobao- you can't go wrong. Be ready for a bit of a line as they do get busy, but they move quick and the service is always friendly. if you can, sit down and enjoy your meal with the sweet sounds of Puerto Rico playing in the background. this is a staple for our family and we can't get enough!

They said the authentic Cuban restaurant will always be located in a very unusual place. You will…read morenot notice the Cubanela Latin Bakery because of the small and blurry sign, but people dine-in there and a usual go-to breakfast place. We found about Cubanela Latin Bakery, 'cause it has good ratings on Google. True enough, the place is busy. I ordered Pollo Crispy con Queso (crispy chicken with cheese) and I tried its Cuban coffee, Cafe con Leche. I love everything! It's so crispy and the chicken is tasty. The Cuban coffee was also good, but I find a bit sweet. My husband ordered cubano de polo (it's like chicken sandwhich), it tasted so good too, but he said he liked the crispy chicken more. The bread they used tasted homemade and I do really like it. Best breakfast spot we had in Florida. I would definitely go back! Although I wish they clean the floor restaurant, because I saw a dead cockroach on the floor. Ugh

My Cuban breakfast sandwich was delicious!!!!! I'm on my way to get another right now before I…read morestart my shift. Very nice lady, I was lost cause the address was not correct and she stood outside so I could make sure I saw where it actually was which was just across the street. The restaurant is small but super cute and cozy!